Splat Bomb
TheSplat Bomb is asub weapon in theSplatoon series. It is a thrown bomb that explodes a few seconds after landing.
Appearance
InSplatoon, the Splat Bomb is a bomb that features green supports connected to yellow and red caps that form the shape of a pyramid. Inside the pyramid is a bag that is filled with the user's ink. The bag seems to have loops on it that wrap around the supports, holding the bag in place. The Splat Bombs used byAgent 3 inOcto Valley are black and combine the supports and caps into one large piece. There are lights on the vertices that change color depending on the upgrades. InSplatoon 2, the overall design is largely unchanged. However, the supports are now purple with green and pink caps. The Splat Bombs used byAgent 4 inOcto Canyon are almost identical to the ones used in Octo Valley, but the lights are blue due to the Octo Canyon Splat Bombs not being upgradable. The Splat Bombs thatCallie andDJ Octavio use inthe final boss fight have black supports and gold and magenta caps. There is a gold and black squid-shaped sticker on the bag.
Splatoon
| Category | Sub | |
| Class | ||
| Sub | ||
| Special | ||
| Special points | ||
| Special depletion | ||
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| Damage | ||
| Impact | ||
| Fire rate | ||
| Charge speed | ||
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| Added in | Specifications | |
| Weight | ||
| Base damage | 30 (Splash, far) 180 (Splash, near) | |
| Base duration | Explodes after 1s interaction with the surface | |
| Ink consumption | 70% | |
| Base range | ||
| Rate of fire | ||
| Muzzle velocity | ||
| Base accuracy | ||
| MPU effect | ||
| SPU effect | ||
| SPU effect | ||
| Other variant |
When thrown, a second after touching asurface, the Splat Bomb explodes and coats the area in its respective team's color. Splat Bombs do not explode in mid-air unless they roll off of a surface; they can only explode after touching an object. They look slightly different inOcto Valley.
Octo Valley
Splat Bombs are the default sub weapon inOcto Valley, able to be switched out forBurst Bombs orSeekers via
once they are unlocked. Neither can be used inamiibo challenges, making Splat Bombs the only usable sub weapon for theHero Roller andHero Charger.
Splat Bombs are used to defeat theOctomaw by throwing them into its mouth, stunning it when they explode.
Octobombers andOctolings are also capable of using Splat Bombs, periodically launching them atAgent 3.
Use
- The Splat Bomb's deployment timer begins counting down when it initially touches an object. This countdown is paused when it is falling and resumes when it lands. When throwing a Splat Bomb down at an opponent, it is recommended to first bounce the Splat Bomb off a ledge to begin the countdown timer, thereby giving the opponent less time to react when the Bomb touches the ground.
- Splat Bombs can force enemy players to come out of hiding from behind walls or on top of ledges.
Analytics
At a range of 40 units or closer, this weapon will do 180 damage. Below 80 units, it deals significantly lower damage of 30. Any distance beyond that will not hurt the enemy.
| 0 - 40 units | 40 - 80 units | 80+ units |
|---|---|---|
| 180 (Splat) | 30 | 0 |
Quotes
| “ | These ink-filled pyramid-shaped explosives operate on a time-delayed fuse. Once tossed, they bounce around for a few seconds before exploding, spreading ink over a wide area. This allows them to be bounced around corners, rolled down inclines, or skipped across platforms. While the delayed fuse allows for a variety of deployment techniques, it also gives opponents time to get away. For best results, toss Splat Bombs in areas where opponents are unlikely to see them until it's too late, such as the base of ramps. Splat Bombs only explode on the ground and will not detonate in mid-air. | ” |
—Splatoon Prima Guide | ||
Sets
Ink management
As Splat Bombs can be used to herd an opponent into a vulnerable position, it is important to be able to continue firing after using the bomb and fully capitalize on the battlefield control provided by the Splat Bomb. The 70% ink consumed by the Splat Bomb makes it desirable to use the ink management abilitiesInk Saver (Main) andInk Saver (Sub). The charts below show the combinations needed to achieve particular shot counts after using a Splat Bomb. Alternatively, a combination ofInk Recovery Up and Ink Saver (Sub) is useful if the player just wants to throw more bombs, as opposed to throwing a bomb and then using the main weapon. After deploying a Splat Bomb, there is a one-second delay before ink can be refilled again. With three mains and two subs of Ink Saver (Sub), two Splat Bombs may be deployed with one full ink tank.
Custom Range Blaster
Dual Squelcher
Gold Dynamo Roller
Hydra Splatling
Luna Blaster Neo
N-ZAP '85
Octobrush Nouveau
Permanent Inkbrush
Sloshing Machine
Soda Slosher
Splat Charger, Splatterscope, Hero Charger Replica
Splattershot Jr.
Splattershot Pro
Wasabi Splattershot
Gallery
Splat Bomb; high-quality image
AnInkling throwing a Splat Bomb.
A Splat Bomb exploding.
An Inkling girl tossing a Splat Bomb inUrchin Underpass.
An Inkling throwing a Splat Bomb.
Splat Bomb inOcto Valley.
Agent 3's version of the Splat Bomb.
AnOctobomber launches anOctarian Splat Bomb.
Concept art of varioussub weapons, with the Splat Bomb on the bottom middle.
A pre-release screenshot with the original name andmain weapon of theClassic Squiffer .
Splatoon 2
| Category | Sub | |
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| Sub | ||
| Special | ||
| Special points | ||
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| Range | ||
| Damage | ||
| Impact | ||
| Fire rate | ||
| Charge speed | ||
| Ink speed | ||
| Mobility | ||
| Durability | ||
| Handling | ||
| Level | ||
| Cost | ||
| Requirement | ||
| Added in | Specifications | |
| Weight | ||
| Base damage | 30 (Splash, far) 180 (Splash, near) | |
| Base duration | Explodes after 1s interaction with the surface | |
| Ink consumption | 70% | |
| Base range | ||
| Rate of fire | ||
| Muzzle velocity | ||
| Base accuracy | ||
| MPU effect | ||
| SPU effect | ||
| SPU effect | ||
| Other variant |
Splat Bombs look almost identical to how they did in the first game, however, the colors have been changed from green, light green, and red to purple, light purple, and a dark shade of lime green. They will always explode on contact with theRainmaker shield,brella shields,Bubble Blower bubbles,Splash Walls, data points,Zapfish shields andlifesavers.
It appears in fourOcto Expansion stations:
- D01B15Ink from Above Station
- E08Da Bomb Station
- J03D08Girl Power Station
- Escape 2Villi Phase
Version history
| Version | Adjustments |
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| 2.0.0 |
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| 2.2.0 |
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Quotes
| “ | A bomb that explodes a short while after hitting the ground. The explosion can both defeat enemies and ink the surrounding area. | ” |
—Splatoon 2 Sub & Special Guide | ||
Sets
Gallery
A render of anInkling with Splat Bombs inSplatoon 2.
Promotional render of Splat Bomb.
The Splat Bomb used in theOcto Canyon mission,Bomb Rush Blush.
Splat Bomb in Octo Canyon.
The Splat Bombmem cake.
Splatoon 3
| Category | Sub | |
| Class | ||
| Sub | ||
| Special | ||
| Special points | ||
| Special depletion | ||
| Range | ||
| Damage | ||
| Impact | ||
| Fire rate | ||
| Charge speed | ||
| Ink speed | ||
| Mobility | ||
| Durability | ||
| Handling | ||
| Level | ||
| Cost | ||
| Requirement | ||
| Added in | Specifications | |
| Weight | ||
| Base damage | 30 (Splash, far) 180 (Splash, near) | |
| Base duration | Explodes after 1s interaction with the surface | |
| Ink consumption | 70% | |
| Base range | ||
| Rate of fire | ||
| Muzzle velocity | ||
| Base accuracy | ||
| MPU effect | ||
| SPU effect | ||
| SPU effect | ||
| Other variant |
Splat Bombs look identical to how they did inSplatoon 2. Functionally they work the same as well, exploding on contact with theRainmaker shield,brella shields,Splash Walls,lifesavers, and the end of mission goals.
Return of the Mammalians
Splat Bombs are an unlockable part of the Hero Gear in the single playermode,Return of the Mammalians, where they cost 3Sardinium and 3 Hero Points. It has the same idea of the Splat Bomb in regular matches, but only with blacked frames on the outside.
Side Order
Splat Bomb appears inSide Order as the base sub weapon ofAgent 4's andAgent 8'sPalette. They also appear as a purchasable sub weapon onVending-Machine CornerFloors, costing 500Membux by default.
Version history
| Version | Adjustments |
|---|---|
| Base game |
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| 2.0.0 |
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Quotes
| “ | A bomb that explodes a short time after it lands. Itinks the area around it when it explodes and can even take out opponents. | ” | — In-game description | ||
Sets
Gallery
Promotional image of anOctoling throwing a Splat Bomb inSplatoon 3.
3DTableturf Battle artwork of a Splat Bomb.
2D Splat Bomb icon.
Splat Bomb upgrade icon when upgrading theHero Gear inReturn of the Mammalians.
2D icon used inSide Order.
Icon for the Drone Splat Bomb ability featuring thePearl Drone.
Strategy
For competitive tips about the Splat Bomb
 | View the strategy page. |
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
The Splat Bomb appears asInkling's down special attack inSuper Smash Bros. Ultimate, alongside a variety of otherweapons that they use in their attacks.
When attacking, they throw a Splat Bomb into the air, and after one second, it explodes, dealing damage. This also coats opponents inink. The player cannot throw a Splat Bomb when the ink in the tank is below the red line (similarly toSplatoon) or when they are out of ink. When it touches opponents directly, it explodes immediately after touching the opponent. When holding
, the Splat Bomb is thrown farther and is thrown directly in the direction instead of in the air.
Trivia
- Splat Bombs are the most commonsub weapon, as they are included in 17 weapon sets inSplatoon and 15 weapon sets inSplatoon 2. However, inSplatoon 3, Splat bombs are tied withSplash Wall,Point Sensor, andSuction Bomb for having the most amount of weapon sets, at 11 weapon sets.
- Splat Bombs were the first playable sub weapon, available during theE3 2014Splatoon demo.
- Splat Bombs were originally called "Splatter Bombs"[2] or "Ink Bombs", as seen in an image from beforeSplatoon's release.
- InSplatoon andSplatoon 2, Splat Bombs appear paired with everyspecial weapon in the game except for one: theKiller Wail inSplatoon and theTenta Missiles inSplatoon 2.
- Splat Bombs are created bySplat.
Names in other languages
| Language | Name | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
 Japanese | スプラッシュボム Supurasshu Bomu | Splash Bomb |
 Dutch | Klodderbom(Splatoon 2 & 3)<.small> | Blob bomb |
| Spetterbom(Splatoon[3])<.small> | Splatter bomb | |
 French | Bombe splash | Splash bomb |
 German | Klecksbombe | Sludge bomb |
 Italian | Bomba splash | Splash bomb |
 Russian | Брызгающая бомба Bryzgayushchaya bomba | Splash bomb |
 Spanish (NOA) | Plasbomba | Fromplasma ("plasma") andbomba ("bomb") |
 Spanish (NOE) | Bomba básica | Basic bomb |
 Chinese (Simplified) | 斯普拉炸弹 sīpǔlā zhàdàn (Mandarin) | Spla Bomb |
 Chinese (Traditional) | 斯普拉炸彈 sīpǔlā zhàdàn (Mandarin) | Spla Bomb |
 Korean | 스플래시 봄 seupeullaesi bom | Splash Bomb |
 Portuguese | Bomba básica[4] | Basic bomb |
 Internal | Bomb_Splash[5] |
